Module: | Psychology, Symbolism & Themes
Q37: Consider the following statements regarding the geographic and symbolic contrast between Delhi and Deoli:
1. Delhi symbolizes the narrator's actual, tangible future, characterized by higher education, social mobility, and entry into adulthood.
2. Deoli represents a stagnant, timeless void where the narrator attempts to temporarily escape the societal pressures of his transition into a mature adult.
3. The narrator ultimately drops out of his college in Delhi to move permanently to Dehra, prioritizing his emotional life over his education.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2. Deoli represents a stagnant, timeless void where the narrator attempts to temporarily escape the societal pressures of his transition into a mature adult.
3. The narrator ultimately drops out of his college in Delhi to move permanently to Dehra, prioritizing his emotional life over his education.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
✅ Correct Answer: A
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.Structural Breakdown: Delhi is forward momentum; Deoli is an isolated halt.
Historical/Related Context: Deoli's appeal is its contrast to a structured life.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 3 is incorrect because he completes his education.